Democrats Get Loud, Trump’s ‘Fools’ Gold’ Exposed, and More Wild Moments from U.S. Politics

Political drama reached a new volume this week as Democrats reportedly turned to profanity in lieu of policy, turning the Capitol into a place where the bleeps might outnumber the bills. Apparently, if you can't beat 'em, out-swear 'em?

On another front, Trump’s grand promises of manufacturing glory are being called "fools' gold." Critics argue his latest move is more about flash than real economic substance. Some golden moments can be a little too shiny, if you ask me.

Meanwhile, Hugh Hewitt warns that 'REAL ID' is on its way, so if you’ve been dodging paperwork, your days are numbered. The government's love for documentation never gets old.

In a twist of digital irony, DOGE (yes, as in the meme coin) is credited with helping trim down a particularly "pious" government agency, showing that sometimes, internet jokes do more than just make us laugh—they can shake up bureaucracy.

Rick Perry is championing Trump’s Alaska pipeline project, saying it could fuel America’s energy needs and give Trump’s legacy a boost. Nothing says "legacy" like a pipeline in the permafrost, right?

And over in the world of digital art, Fox contributor Raymond Arroyo discusses the uproar over an AI-generated image of Trump as the pope. You know things are wild when even the AI gets dragged into political controversy.

Family policy is also on the table, with a proposed $5,000 'baby bonus' designed to give families a leg up—provided society insists on a few conditions. A little incentive never hurts, but it might take more than cash to solve bigger issues.

On the international scene, World Press Freedom Day brings a personal plea: the release of Jimmy Lai, a publisher jailed for sharing news that China’s leaders didn’t want to hear. The fight for press freedom is real and personal for many.

And if you need a break from all the heavy stuff, today’s featured political cartoon is making the rounds, poking fun at the circus that is American politics. Because if you don't laugh, you might just cry.